CDL-A Regional Driver

American Trucking Group USA, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with paid vacation

Paid loaded and empty miles

Detention pay and layover pay

Job summary

American Trucking Group is seeking CDL-A drivers for regional automotive freight out of Richmond, VA. You’ll work no-touch loads on established lanes with weekly home time and a typical 2,500–3,000 miles per week.

Trucks are late-model, with drop-and-hook operations to minimize downtime. Earn $1,450–$1,650 weekly, plus a monthly bonus up to $750, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and a 401(k) plan. Equipment is well maintained with 24-hour dispatch support.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A with a current DOT medical card.
• 3 months of experience within the last 12 months or 1 year within the last 3 years.
• Experience operating a tractor with a 40-foot or longer trailer.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional automotive freight with no-touch loads.
• Maintain steady weekly mileage (2,500–3,000 miles) and weekly home time.
• Operate late-model equipment and utilize drop-and-hook loads.

Tools

CDL-A

DOT medical card

Job description

Pay: $1,450 to $1,650 per week | Home Time: Weekly
Location: Richmond, VA 23219 | Freight: 100% no-touch freight, 90% drop and hook

Regional automotive freight with established lane coverage
Weekly home time with a consistent reset
2,500–3,000 miles per week
Monthly performance bonus up to $750

Drive-in freight stability and operational support help CDL-A truck drivers stay productive throughout the week while enjoying dependable weekly home time. You'll haul no-touch automotive freight through established regional lanes designed to keep miles steady and downtime to a minimum.

The Route

• Drivers primarily operate east of I-35 hauling automotive freight.

• Most loads are drop and hook, helping reduce time spent at shipping and receiving facilities while supporting consistent weekly mileage.

• The average length of haul is approximately 500 miles, and drivers typically run between 2,500 and 3,000 miles each week.

Pay & Home Time

• Earn $1,450 to $1,650 per week with the opportunity to receive a monthly performance bonus of up to $750.

• Drivers are home every week for a consistent reset, creating a balance between productive regional miles and regular time at home.

Your Equipment

You'll operate primarily late-model Peterbilt 579 trucks, along with other well-maintained equipment built for regional freight operations.

• Automatic transmission equipment

• Inverter and refrigerator included

• Assigned equipment may be taken home

• Driver-focused setup for extended regional runs

The combination of no-touch freight and a high percentage of drop-and-hook loads helps reduce unnecessary delays, allowing drivers to spend more time driving and less time waiting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) plan with paid vacation

• Paid loaded and empty miles

• Detention pay, layover pay, and 24-hour dispatch support

Driver Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A with a current DOT medical card

• 3 months of experience within the last 12 months or 1 year within the last 3 years

• Experience operating a tractor with a 40-foot or longer trailer

American Trucking Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants fairly and equally.